This product is Listed to applicable UL Standards and requirements by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. As of the date of manufacture, the DIN-8SW8 has been tested and found to comply with specifications for CE marking and standards per EMC and Radiocommunications Compliance Labelling.
DIN Rail High-Voltage Switch: DIN-8SW8 Introduction The DIN-8SW8 is an eight channel lighting control module designed to support switching of non-dimmable lighting and fans. A single model supports both 120 and 220-240 Volt applications. Each channel handles incandescent loads up to 10 Amps, fluorescent loads up to 5 Amps, and also 1/2 HP motors.*...
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DIN Rail Installation The DIN-8SW8 is designed to snap onto a standard DIN rail for installation in a wall mount enclosure. Wiring connections are made using screw terminals positioned along the top and bottom, clearly accessible from the front for easy installation and servicing.
Crestron DIN-8SW8 DIN Rail High-Voltage Switch Applications The following diagram shows a DIN-8SW8 in a typical application. DIN-8SW8 in a Typical Application DIN Rail High-Voltage Switch: DIN-8SW8 • 3 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6666B...
DIN Rail High-Voltage Switch Crestron DIN-8SW8 Specifications Specifications for the DIN-8SW8 are listed in the following table. DIN-8SW8 Specifications SPECIFICATION DETAILS Load Ratings Switch Channels Maximum Per Channel 10 Amps incandescent, 5 Amps fluorescent, 0.5 HP @ 120 to 240 Volts AC, 50/60 Hz;...
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Supply 1. May not be compatible with some high inrush current loads. 2. The latest software versions can be obtained from the Crestron website. Refer to the NOTE following these footnotes. 3. Crestron 2-Series control systems include the DIN-AP2, AV2 and PRO2. Consult the latest Crestron Product Catalog for a complete list of 2-Series control systems.
DIN Rail High-Voltage Switch Crestron DIN-8SW8 Physical Description This section provides information on the connections, controls and indicators available on your DIN-8SW8. DIN-8SW8 Physical View DIN-8SW8 Overall Dimensions • DIN Rail High-Voltage Switch: DIN-8SW8 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6666B...
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Power (24 Volts DC) Data Data Ground NET ID (2) 7-Segment green LED digits DISPLAY and CONTROL and (2) miniature pushbuttons for setting Cresnet ID (Continued on following page) DIN Rail High-Voltage Switch: DIN-8SW8 • 7 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6666B...
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(1) Yellow LED, indicates communication with the control processor RESET (1) Recessed miniature pushbutton, resets internal processor * Interface connectors for NET and OVERRIDE ports are provided with the unit. • DIN Rail High-Voltage Switch: DIN-8SW8 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6666B...
For more details, refer to “Check Network Wiring” which starts on page Identity Code The Net ID of the DIN-8SW8 has been factory set to 89. The Net IDs of multiple DIN-8SW8 devices in the same system must be unique. Net IDs are changed from a personal computer (PC) via Crestron Toolbox™...
Net ID. NOTE: A small label (with numbers and letters) is provided on the front panel of the DIN-8SW8 to document the unit’s Net ID in the case where power is not available. Apply a mark over the digits that correspond to the assigned Net ID.
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The DIN-8SW8 is designed for installation on a DIN rail. Refer to the following diagram when installing. Installing the DIN-8SW8 1. Place the top of the DIN-8SW8’s rail mount over the top of the DIN rail. 2. Tilt the bottom of the DIN-8SW8 toward the DIN rail until it snaps into place.
NOTE: Use copper wire only. For high-voltage connections, use wire rated for at least 75º C (167º F). NOTE: Each switch leg of the DIN-8SW8 may be fed from a separate circuit breaker. When making network connections to the DIN-8SW8, use a Crestron power supply.
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With the circuit breaker turned off, connect the wires to the terminal blocks per the markings provided on the DIN-8SW8. Load Connection Example for the DIN-8SW8 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6666B DIN Rail High-Voltage Switch: DIN-8SW8 • 13...
Crestron SystemBuilder is the easiest method of programming but does not offer as much flexibility as SIMPL Windows. For additional details, download SystemBuilder from the Crestron website and examine the extensive help file. • DIN Rail High-Voltage Switch: DIN-8SW8 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6666B...
1. To incorporate the DIN-8SW8 into the system, drag the DIN-8SW8 from the Lighting | Lighting (DIN-Rail Series) folder of the Device Library and drop it in the System Views. Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6666B DIN Rail High-Voltage Switch: DIN-8SW8 • 15...
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Net ID as shown in the following illustration. C2Net-Device, Slot 5 3. Additional DIN-8SW8 devices are assigned different Net ID numbers as they are added. • DIN Rail High-Voltage Switch: DIN-8SW8 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6666B...
Detail View. Each signal in the symbol is described in the SIMPL Windows help file (F1). Example Program An example program for the DIN-8SW8 is available from the Crestron website (www.crestron.com/exampleprograms). Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6666B DIN Rail High-Voltage Switch: DIN-8SW8 • 17...
DIN-8SW8. 3. Display the DIN-8SW8’s “System Info” window (click the icon); communications are confirmed when the device information is displayed. • DIN Rail High-Voltage Switch: DIN-8SW8 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6666B...
Network Device Tree) to show all network devices connected to the control system. Right-click on the DIN-8SW8 to display actions that can be performed on the DIN-8SW8. Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6666B DIN Rail High-Voltage Switch: DIN-8SW8 • 19...
Crestron DIN-8SW8 Operation Net ID Use the NET ID buttons to change the Net ID of the DIN-8SW8. For information on Net ID, refer to “Identity Code” which starts on page 9. Manual The state of each output can be manually controlled from the front Control panel.
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If the control system does not provide any values, the outputs will be set to the previously set values. Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6666B DIN Rail High-Voltage Switch: DIN-8SW8 • 21...
Unit ignores Unit is in Override Take out of Override Cresnet mode. mode by pressing commands. OVR button or releasing override contact closure. • DIN Rail High-Voltage Switch: DIN-8SW8 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6666B...
(18 AWG) Crestron Certified Wire and drawing 20 watts should not have a length of run more than 101 meters (333 feet). Cresnet HP cannot be used. Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6666B DIN Rail High-Voltage Switch: DIN-8SW8 • 23...
You can also log onto the online help section of the Crestron website (www.crestron.com/onlinehelp) to ask questions about Crestron products. First-time users will need to establish a user account to fully benefit from all available features. • DIN Rail High-Voltage Switch: DIN-8SW8 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6666B...
Check the Crestron website periodically for manual update availability and its relevance. Updates are identified as an “Addendum” in the Download column. Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6666B DIN Rail High-Voltage Switch: DIN-8SW8 • 25...
Purchasers should inquire of the dealer regarding the nature and extent of the dealer's warranty, if any. CRESTRON shall not be liable to honor the terms of this warranty if the product has been used in any application other than that for which it was intended or if it has been subjected to misuse, accidental damage, modification or improper installation procedures.
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